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NF A35-552 42CD4 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

NF A35-552 42CD4 (NF A35-552:1986) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. NF A35-552 42CD4 is typically used for gears, shafts, crankshafts, high tensile fasteners, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.. NF A35-552 42CD4 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, NF A35-552 42CD4 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 56.1% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With NF A35-552 42CD4:
GOST 4543 12HN3A NF A35-565 100C6 UNI 11234 100Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
56.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property NF A35-552 42CD4 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Standard NF A35-552:1986 GB/T 3077-2015
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.38–0.45 0.10-0.15
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 0.17-0.37
Mn (%) 0.60–0.90 0.30-0.60
Cr (%) 0.90–1.20 1.25-1.65
Mo (%) 0.15–0.30 Not specified
Ni (%) Not specified 3.25-3.75
P (%) Not specified 0.025 max
S (%) Not specified 0.025 max
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property NF A35-552 42CD4 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength 900–1100 MPa 980-1180 MPa
Yield Strength ≥700 MPa 785-980 MPa
Elongation ≥12% 10-14%
Hardness 263–313 HB 58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
NF A35-552 42CD4
Gears, shafts, crankshafts, high tensile fasteners
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
Can NF A35-552 42CD4 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
NF A35-552 42CD4 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
NF A35-552 42CD4
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5900–6800 mm (232.28–267.72 in)
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5000–6600 mm (196.85–259.84 in)
On M-EX Right Now
NF A35-552 42CD4
3 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between NF A35-552 42CD4 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
NF A35-552 42CD4 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A. GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Ni, P, S which are not specified for NF A35-552 42CD4.
Can NF A35-552 42CD4 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
NF A35-552 42CD4 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.